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Badeo
Fri 20 Mar 2026 14:00
on Tomorrowland
'Light Of Midnight’ is happening on March 27 and 28, a curated collection of Melbourne/Naarm creatives across art, design, and performance. People can expect to dissolve deep into a beanbag, with live electronic sets, dance, breathwork, live painting, and performance to reset the nervous system. Joining Edd Fisher on Tomorrowland is local DJ and event organiser Badeo, tune in to hear more about the artists on the line-up.
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Temporary Blessings
Fri 20 Mar 2026 15:00
Tune in to The Breakdown for a Studio 5 Live performance from Temporary Blessings – followed by an interview with DJ Manchild. Led by local trumpet player /composer Liam McGorry, ‘Sumbisori’ is the debut album by the newly formed Melbourne group. Assembled to realise McGorry’s compositions drawing on 1960s Italian and French soundtrack music, Temporary Blessings brings together trusted instrumentalists and fellow travelers from Melbourne’s rich enclave of cinematic soul.
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Matt Joe Gow
Sat 21 Mar 2026 08:00
On March 21, singer-songwriter Matt Joe Gow will be performing at Kew Court House. With powerful and captivating songs, Matt has won awards ranging from Music Victoria’s Country Album of the Year (twice) to a New Zealand Country Music Award, and has played at festivals around the globe. Bringing in his guitar to play some live songs, tune in to 5ft High and Rising as Myles catches up with Matt ahead of his show that night.
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Anna Scionti, Nick Charles, Lloyd Spiegel
Sun 22 Mar 2026 13:00
This week PBS presents a very special delayed broadcast of The Juke Joint Live in Concert, recorded at the 2026 Port Fairy Folk Festival. Tune in to hear live sets and interviews from Nick Charles, Anna Scionti (pictured) and the Lloyd Spiegel Trio as well as a thrilling all-in jam to bring the concert to a close.
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Judy Small
Sun 22 Mar 2026 17:15
After 35+ years in music, juggled between careers in family law and as a Federal Circuit Court Judge, feminist and political songwriter Judy Small bids farewell to music due to illness, releasing two final tracks 'Stand or Fall' and 'Within These Walls (Yad Vashem)', marking the close of her music story. Joining Roger Holdsworth on the Global Village, tune in to hear about Judy Small's incredible musical journey.
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Professor Cat Hope
Sun 22 Mar 2026 22:00
Australian composer, performer, and academic, Professor Cat Hope, will be joining Ian Parsons on The Sound Barrier to talk about the music and legacy of Éliane Radigue, one of the world's most important composers of experimental music, who died on February 23 at the age of 94. Éliane Radigue is especially known for her deeply immersive music, which focuses on stillness and slowly, microscopically shifting sound colours and textures. Tune in to hear about Cat's friendship with Éliane Radigue
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Kutcha Edwards
Mon 23 Mar 2026 08:00
Mutti Mutti, Yort Yorta and Nari Nari Songman, Kutcha Edwards has been recognised as one of the nation’s most powerful and soulful voices. Since emerging in the 90’s, Kutcha has been prolifically combining songwriting and activism. Through his songs, stories, and the connections he makes with others, Kutcha shares truths that are too often unheard. Playing at the Recital Centre on April 17, Kutcha stops by The Breakfast Spread. Tune in for a live performance from Kutcha Edwards and Jay Jerome.
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Zoltan Fecso and Anna Morley
Mon 23 Mar 2026 10:00
on Deeep Space
Local duo Zoltan Fecso and Anna Morley are about to release their debut collaborative album 'Desire Path' on Sydney's Oxtail Recordings on March 27. A collection of atmospheric duets for vibraphone and synthesiser, the album was recorded live and unedited. Tune in to Deeep Space as they join Lloyd to chat about their upcoming east-coast tour with shows in Hobart, Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.
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Monotonic
Tue 24 Mar 2026 02:00
Boorloo / Perth-based experimental psych outfit Monotonic have just released their new single, ‘Lazers At Dawn’, the second track to be taken from their upcoming album ‘Heavy Metal’, out March 27. A hazy, fuzz-drenched expedition fuelled by cult cinema and various altered states, ‘Lazers At Dawn’ pushes deeper into the band’s hypnotic, genre-blurring sound. Lucas is joined by Liam Coffey, tune in to hear more about this band that's made up of veterans from Perth’s golden alt-rock era.
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Bluetile Lounge
Tue 24 Mar 2026 08:00
On April 2, Brunswick Ballroom will host Bluetile Lounge’s first live performance in over 20 years. Persevered with refining a unique downtempo sound in Perth in the 1990s adrift from contemporary rock values, Bluetile Lounge favours slow burn permanence to quick reward. Although their two albums ‘lowercase' and 'Half | Cut' went unrecognised, in the decades since they have been rediscovered and admired. Dan of Bluetile Lounge joins Claire Dickson to chat about the band's upcoming show.
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Spite
Tue 24 Mar 2026 22:00
Southern California’s Spite, the decibel-and-soul-crushing deathcore unit, are returning to Melbourne this April for their first-ever Australian headline tour, bringing with them Pennsylvania’s Varials and local heavyweights DIESECT. Having released their debut album 'Nothing Is Beautiful’ in 2017, the band are entering the next cycle as they drop their new album, 'New World Killer' via Rise Records. Tune in to Tyrannocoreus to hear about their show at Max Watt's Melbourne on April 30.
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Varials
Tue 24 Mar 2026 23:00
Another artist joining Ryan on Tyrannocoreus this Tuesday night is Shane Lyons, the guitarist for Pennsylvania metalcore band Varials. Their 2025 album 'Where The Light Leaves' marks a rebirth, pulling from their heaviest roots and introducing Skyler as the band’s new frontman. Chatting about the reception their new record has received across North America, tune in to hear about their Australian tour in April, supporting Spite.
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Julian James and Beci Kate
Wed 25 Mar 2026 10:00
Calling the road home and working tirelessly as full-time musicians, the whiskey-drenched Americana and hill-country blues artists Julian James and Beci Kate are true to life troubadours - living out of a bus while enthralling and connecting with audiences across Australia through their performances. Bringing their new record 'Prey to the Crow' to towns across Australia this month, Helen catches up with the duo on Roots of Rhythm to chat about their new album.
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Jerry Harrison
Thu 26 Mar 2026 13:30
on Radio City
For the first time in Australia, Modern Lovers and Talking Heads’ Jerry Harrison and King Crimson’s Adrian Belew will perform 'Remain in Light' live in full - backed by their powerhouse 11-piece band. A landmark in modern music, 'Remain in Light' fused funk, art-rock, and global rhythms to redefine popular sound. Harrison and Belew will bring it vividly to life at Forum Melbourne on April 1, and at Bluesfest on April 4. Ahead of the shows, Crispi catches up with Jerry Harrison on Radio City.
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Kim Salmon
Thu 26 Mar 2026 14:00
on Radio City
On April 10 at The Corner Hotel, Kim Salmon will be putting on a night of seminal swamp rock with his bands The Scientists and Kim Salmon and the Surrealists. Kim Salmon’s most enduring legacy, though not one he particularly set out to create, will no doubt be that many blame him, or at least The Scientists, for 'grunge.' Tune in to Radio City as Crispi catches up with Kim about the show, which will thematically and dynamically glide through the band's musical evolutions.
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Van Walker
Thu 26 Mar 2026 15:00
At Lulie Tavern on March 29, Van Walker will be taking to the stage with his band Badlanders. With a new swag of originals to share, Van will be joined by Nick O’Mara (Raised by Eagles) on guitar, Mick Stylianou (Saint Jude) on bass, Dave Rose (Joni Lightning) on drums and Camilla Hodgkins (Boof!) on keys. Coming in to Swinging Doors to play a couple of live, acoustic songs for Ernie, tune in to hear about his upcoming new album 'Healing Descent'.
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Jeku
Fri 27 Mar 2026 20:00
Joining Penny for this episode of Passing Notes is Helsinki artist Jeku. His latest release ‘Peyote Trance’, follows Jeku's journey into the 'trip', where mother nature pulls the strings, instead of the tin foil hatted puppet masters that hold the strings to us all. Finding solace in the dance and opting for psychedelic enlightenment over psychological terror, tune in for an energetic guest mix and interview from the Paris based producer.
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Adam Halliwell
Mon 30 Mar 2026 09:30
on Deeep Space
'Sono Una Pera' is an Italian folkloric inspired album by local musician Adam Halliwell. Weaving between improvisations and compositions using old and new forgotten technologies, the album relays stories, fantasies, tales and false experiences inspired by a quasi-Italian life with his grandparents in Diamond Creek. Performed solo and recorded live early last year, Lloyd will be catching up with Adam about the new album. Tune in to find out when it's due for release.
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Devil Electric
Tue 31 Mar 2026 20:00
A tango between vintage doom metal and modern heavy rock, Devil Electric's new album 'Tahlia' is a homage to the Latin phrase 'that which nourishes me, destroys me'. Known for their crushing riffs, haunting vocals, and commanding stage presence, the band are coming on to Pojama People for a Studio 5 Live performance. Chris Pearson catches up with the four-piece about their new album.
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Augie March
Thu 2 Apr 2026 14:00
on Radio City
Born in post-grunge Collingwood in late 1995, Augie March are celebrating 20 years of their platinum album 'Moo, You Bloody Choir' which saw the band gate-crash the mainstream party in 2006. Playing their third studio album in its entirety at The Croxton on April 9, the record features their hit, 'One Crowded Hour' which topped Triple J’s Hottest 100 at the time. Tune in to Radio City as Crispi catches up with vocalist/guitarist Glenn Richards while he's in town.
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PSI PHI
Tue 7 Apr 2026 20:00
Boasting a collection of high-calibre musicians with an impressive pedigree (The Cat Empire, The Badloves, Ajak Kwai), PSI PHI will be launching their debut album at Shotkickers on April 18. Drawing inspiration from the gatefold-era of 70s prog and psych rock hedonistic excess, PSI PHI evoke the gods and monsters of the golden age of rock with virtuosity and intensity. Members of the group stop by Pojama People, tune in to hear them chat with Chris Pearson about the upcoming show.
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DBTR Live at Port Fairy
Thu 9 Apr 2026 09:00
This week on Down by the River PBS presents a special delayed broadcast from the 2026 Port Fairy Folk Festival. Join Lauren on stage for live sets and interviews from Irish Mythen (pictured), Svavar Knútur and Charley Castle and the Boys in the Well. Re-live the magic of this concert and feel the energy of this unique live radio event.
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Shane Howard and Shane Nicholson
Thu 9 Apr 2026 15:00
Three respected and influential singer-songwriters - Sara Storer, Shane Howard and Shane Nicholson - will join forces in an extraordinary live collaboration, celebrating the craft, power and legacy of Australian songwriting at MEMO Music Hall on May 14. This event will bring together three distinct voices whose songs have shaped the nation’s cultural landscape across generations. The two Shane's join Ernie, tune in to hear an intimate live performance from them.
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Mike Frazier
Thu 9 Apr 2026 16:00
Coming on to Swinging Doors to perform a couple of live songs for Ernie is US musician Mike Frazier. Hailing from the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia but relocated to Seattle, Washington in 2022, Mike Frazier is carrying on the tradition of record craft with a focus on authentic songwriting and high-quality production. Tune in to hear what brings him to Naarm/Melbourne.
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Ruth Hazleton
Thu 23 Apr 2026 09:30
Solo artist of the year from the 2021 'Australian Folk Music Awards', Ruth Hazleton is taking her darkfolk album 'Heronbones' to Brunswick Ballroom on Sunday, April 29. A collection of stories (both traditional and composed), Ruth draws from deep wells of folklore and trad song, reshaping these narratives through a darkfolk lens, blending electronic sampling and sound design with guitar and banjo. Ruth Hazleton joins Lauren Plant on the show to chat about the upcoming album launch.
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Jessie Lloyd // Mission Songs Project
Thu 29 Apr 2021 16:00
Presenting an authentic narrative of Aboriginal and Torres Strait communities across Australia through song and story, Jessie Lloyd’s acclaimed production
Mission Songs Project is touring nationally in 2021 including a show at Darebin Arts Centre on May 1. This week on Acid Country with Glen Morrow, Jessie calls in to chat about the project and these amazing songs.
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Tracy McNeil
Thu 29 Apr 2021 14:30
on Radio City
Around this time last year, Tracy McNeil & The GoodLife released their album 'You Be the Lightning' and immediately secured a spot as a PBS feature. The band capped 2020 off with 'Best Country Album' at the Music Victoria Awards on top of an ARIA Award nomination and an Australian Music Prize nomination. Now ready to bring their critically acclaimed album to the stage, the Americana 5 piece outfit have a run of shows across the country between April-July. Tracy McNeil tells Crispi all about it.
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Hello Satellites
Thu 29 Apr 2021 14:00
on Radio City
The moniker of Melbourne musician Eva Popov, Hello Satellites celebrates the new album 'There Is A Field', out in late April. Tune in to Radio City to hear about how the album was shaped by the limitations of a long Melbourne lockdown and recorded in the quiet, stolen moments of working motherhood.
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Maple Glider
Thu 29 Apr 2021 08:00
This week on Musical Chairs, Milo is joined by Tori Zietsch (Maple Glider) to play some of her favourite tracks and to about her soon to be released debut album 'To Enjoy is the Only Thing.'
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Beautiful Bedlam & Mushroom Giant
Wed 28 Apr 2021 22:00
Beautiful Bedlam & Mushroom Giant drop by to talk about Beautiful Bedlam's album launch.
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Cash Savage
Wed 28 Apr 2021 17:15
Cash talks to Lyndelle about the 2017 Drive Live Studio 5 Rewind performance of Cash Savage & The Last Drinks, as well as performing at Good Times Music Festival.
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Rick Dempster//The Railway Gang
Wed 28 Apr 2021 13:00
Singer, harmonica and steel guitar player Rick Dempster from The Railway Gang, rings in to Jumpin' The Blues to chat about their music and playing some live shows.
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Troy Rainbow
Wed 28 Apr 2021 08:00
This week on State of the Art, Annika is joined by Troy Rainbow director of Stargazed festival.
Stargazed Festival reignites the flames of Footscray by showcasing some of the best in local arts and music. From the 1st to the 16th of May, a series of immersive concerts and experiences will envelop the area and draw your attention to some more unusual locations. Tune in from 8am to hear more.
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100 Years War
Tue 27 Apr 2021 22:00
D-beat punk/death metallers, 100 Years War talk about their new record and their first show out of Lock down as well as new band members.
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Jackson Reid Briggs and The Heaters
Tue 27 Apr 2021 20:30
Jackson Reid Briggs and The Heaters stop by Garageland to talk about their new album 'Waiting In A Corner' and launch show at the Gasometer Hotel on May 7th.
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Winter McQuinn
Tue 27 Apr 2021 15:30
Winter McQuinn (Sunfruits, Ruby Gill, Candy) chats to Jordan about his newly announced solo debut LP coming out on Third Eye Stimuli.
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Folamour
Tue 27 Apr 2021 11:00
French producer Folamour returns with his second single of 2021, "The Journey" feat. Zeke Manyika. Tune into Boogie Beat Suite to hear him discuss the single and forthcoming album of the same name.
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Dean Zepherin & Horatio Luna
Tue 27 Apr 2021 09:00
on Mystic Brew
Dean Zepherin & Horatio Luna drop by Mystic Brew to talk about the Inner Sauce Vol. 1 launch at the Gasometer on April 30th.
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Dan Cahill
Tue 27 Apr 2021 08:00
Coming up on Sound & Vision, Xan speaks to 'Hard Times to Fall in Love' producer Dan Cahill.
Hard Times To Fall In Love is about the modern dating scene in Melbourne, shot in cafes and the streets. With some great performances out of Sunny Leunig, Stu Daulman, Dominik Shields and even Tim Rogers turns up, playing himself and a soundtrack featuring Jess Cornelius, Sui Zhen, Pearls, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever and more.
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Amanda Roff//Time For Dreams
Mon 26 Apr 2021 16:00
on Homebrew
Bassist & vocalist of Time For Dreams, Amanda Roff calls into Homebrew to talk about their new single 'Death to all Actors.'
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Esther Rose
Sat 24 Apr 2021 08:00
New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Esther Rose talks about her third studio album 'How Many Times' on 5ft High & Rising.
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Riley Catherall
Sat 24 Apr 2021 06:00
Americana influenced songwriter, Riley Catherall calls into 5ft High & Rising to discuss the launch of his single 'Vacant Lot.'
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Hugo Race
Thu 22 Apr 2021 20:30
Legendary Melbourne musician, Hugo Race drops into Sunglasses After Dark to talk about paying tribute to the classic Doors album 'LA Woman' on it's 50th anniversary.
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Rob McComb // The Triffids
Thu 22 Apr 2021 08:00
Rob McComb from iconic Australian band The Triffids joins Milo for Musical Chairs this morning. Rob will share some of his favourite tracks while also chatting about Truckload of Sky, a pair of gigs at the Brunswick Ballroom celebrating the the Lost Songs of Triffids founder, frontman and songwriter, David McComb.
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Palace of the King
Wed 21 Apr 2021 22:00
Melbourne rockers Palace of the King, talk to Chris about Home Brewed festival happening at Max Watts on April 24.